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editorchris plamondon
assistant editor/publishercedar song hwang
designer/layoutdaniel hwang • thinkhwang, llc
photographyj. clancy • matthew cohen
cedar hwang • daniel hwang • philip jackson peter mellekas • neal salisbury • al weems
contributorskristen coates • susan comeau
deano • melissa kirdzikchristopher plamondon • nichole raab
ad representativedaniel hwang • cedar song hwang
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What is table wine?In the United States table wine does not exceed 14% alcohol.
Wines that do exceed 14% are referred to as dessert wines. InEurope table wine can refer to a lower classification of wine. AtGreenvale we have two table wines: the Meritage, a Bordeaux-stylewine which is one of our two delicious reds, and also the very popu-lar Skipping Stone White, a blend of Cayuga and Vidal grapes.
How long does it take once you plant your vines to get a drink-able bottle of wine?
At Greenvale it can take up to seven years to taste the winefrom grapes planted that many years before. For instance, with ourchardonnays, we learned in the mid-nineties that the fruit from afour year old vine was noticeably less balanced than the fruit from afive year old vine. The sugar and the acids were unbalanced. A yearlater there was a better relationship between the sugar and theacidities. The youthful characteristics of wine produced from thegrapes of younger vines mellows once it’s given a chance to age.As the plants mature, those youthful characteristics also mature,therefore, with new plants, we expect that what we plant will be inthe tasting room for sale seven years later. The key word in thequestion is "drinkable" and we have a high standard for drinkable.
What is estate wine?Estate wine is wine that is produced entirely (technically, 95%)
from grapes owned by the same winery. The vineyards do not haveto be continuous, but must be within the same appellation (growingareas designated by geography and the government). At Greenvalewe only make wine from the grapes that we grow on our 73-acreoperation, of which 27 acres are vineyards.
What type of wine is more acidic?Speaking in generalities, wines that are aged in stainless steel
are more acidic. Another word for acidic is “crisp.” Crisp wines tend
to make exceptional food wine. Winesthat are aged in oak barrels often gothrough a secondary fermentation knownas malo-lactic fermentation, which helpsto soften the acidity (think dairy/lacticproducts as opposed to apples!) The oakalso mellows the acidity. Other factors include the acidity in the soiland the climate in general: cooler regions = crisp wines. Our wineswill always have some acidity again because of the nature of thesoil and our cooler temps.
How long do vines produce fruit?There are vines known to be over a hundred years old. Like any
vegetation, vines are susceptible to disease which can shorten lifeexpectancy. They can also be lost to lightening, hurricanes orextreme weather. Varietals can also dictate the life span; for exam-ple, Zinfandels tend to exceed Chardonnay in age. In SoutheasternNew England, growing grapes is a new old tradition; we don't knowhow long our vines will produce. We can say that our oldest plantsare 50 years old and they are still producing great fruit. Generallyas the plants age they produce less fruit. That’s good for our pur-poses because our plants are so vigorous, we spend an entiregrowing season pruning those plants to produce less fruit becauseit’s better for the wine and better for the plant. No signs yet ofplants too old to produce great fruit.
Stop by the tasting room for some wine and conversation some-time. I have lots more fun wine info to share with you. As for thosesteer? Their names are Burberry and MacIntosh, and they arrivedfrom Denys Couzzens’s farm by way of the Portsmouth Abby fifteenyears ago. We got them to help clear brush…who knew that theywould rival our pet dogs as Greenvale's mascots?
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Served in a highball glass.
Ingredientshendricks ginst. germaine liquorlimeadesoda water
Add2.5 oz of hendricks gin and .5 oz. of st. germaine to a glasswith 1 - 2 slices of cucumber. Muddle the cucumber, fill theglass with ice, and add a splash of limeade before shaking.Top off the glass with soda water, garnish with a cucumberslice, and enjoy.
Salvation Cafe140 broadway • newport
Cucumber Cooler
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flowers. A close look at the plant reveals tiny hairs that climbthe stem on one side and then switch to the other at the leafjunction. This is a good reference point for making sure youare eating the right plant.
What’s so great about this little fella? Chickweed has edi-ble, medicinal, and herbal properties. From a nutrient stand-point, it is high in vitamin C, calcium, iron, ascorbic acid, beta-carotene, coumarins, gamma-linolenic acid, oleic acid, potassi-um, riboflavin, selenium, thiamin and zinc.
Chickweed (stems, leaves, and flowers) can be added rawto salads, smoothies, juices, sandwiches, and wraps, or usedas an edible garnish. It can be cooked like spinach and used insoups, on pizzas, or in appetizers. If heating or using in warmfoods, it is best to add the plant at the last minute to preserveits nutrients. A fab dish is placing your eggs, omelet, or fritta-
ta over a bed of raw chickweed. Externally it can be used for any skin condition. Examples
include skin irritations such as eczema, diaper rash, nettlerash, itching, skin eruptions, hemorrhoids, cuts, and burns.
Herbalist Lynn Murdock makes organic chickweed tinc-tures for herbal and medicinal purposes. She explains that itis a nourishing tonic for improving overall energy levels. It hasan alkalizing effect on the blood, and is used to treat hyper-acidity of diet, which is generally caused by an insufficientintake of fresh greens. It also helps to speed fat metabolism,and can therefore be useful for weight reduction. You can visitLynn’s website at www.earthwindfirefarm.com, and a varietyof her tinctures are available in our office at 195 Broadway,Newport.
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Chickweed Pesto2-3 cloves of garlic3 tablespoons of pine nuts or sunflower seeds¼ teaspoon pink Himalayan salt2 packed cups of chopped fresh chickweed ½ cup olive oila third of a cup of Parmesan cheese (variation: 1 cup basil and 1 cup chickweed)Prepare by mixing all ingredients in a blender
Chickweed Egg Salad3 hardboiled eggs3 tablespoons of mayonnaise (or to taste)1 tablespoon chopped chickweed1 tablespoon chopped scallions1 dash cayenne pepperPrepare by mashing the eggs with a fork, adding the otheringredients, mixing well, and chilling.
IslandChickweedProteinShake1 scooporganic vanil-la proteinpowder
¼ cup pineapple chunks½ mango, diced8 ounces of water1 handful of baby spinach or kale2 tablespoons of chickweed (flowers and leaves)Prepare by blending all ingredients with three ice cubes. Ifusing frozen fruit, you can omit the ice.
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NEWPORTBRIDGE by christopher
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ne night, during a vicious rainstorm, a Newportfamily on Tuckerman Avenue heard somethingstrange at their back door. When they investi-gated, they were shocked to find their cat wait-ing outside, soaked to the bone and happy to be
home.Why were they shocked? Because a month earli-
er, they had given the cat to friends who lived over inJamestown. Now we have all heard stories of animalsthat find their way home from great distances. It’stouching and inspiring, but not incredibly uncommon.The amazing thing about this particular case was thatit occurred back before the Newport Bridge was built.
Sure, there could be a couple of explanations. Oneis that the cat made it onto the ferry and simply float-ed across. Another is that it stowed away on a boatthat sailed over and docked in the Harbor. And a thirdis that the tenacious little bugger ran down to thebeach, splashed into the water, and kitty-paddledstraight across the East Passage of NarragansettBay.
I prefer to believe in this third possibility, notbecause it is most likely, but because it illustrates justhow difficult it used to be to travel onto and off ofAquidneck Island.
Humans first reached this part of the world aboutten thousand years ago, ending the long journey out ofAfrica that had been underway for over 50 thousandyears. Of course, way back then they did not have toswim to get to what is now Newport. Back then thelast Ice Age was only slowly ending. Its long advance
had lowered the world’s sea level by as much as fourhundred feet, meaning Aquidneck Island was not anisland at all. Those early humans simply walked rightover, the same way their distant ancestors hadcrossed a land bridge from the Asian continent towhat is now Alaska.
The ice pack not only lowered the water level, italso cleaved deep canyons into the landscape,canyons that would eventually contain the bay. Afterthousands of years of melting, the water level againrose, filling those channels and making our home thebeautiful island it is today.
Those ancient Indians surely crafted rafts andcanoes to help them cross to the mainland, and morethan a few of them probably braved the swim, but it isnot inconceivable to think that many of them wereborn, lived, and died without ever leaving our shores.
When the English settlers arrived in 1638, theonly advantage they had over those Indians was bet-ter boats. Because of this, the first colonial genera-tions born on-island probably left only slightly moreoften than their Indian predecessors (come to think ofit, I hardly ever leave even now). It was not until about1675 that some form of ferry service carried peopleto Conanicut Island (Jamestown) and then on to themainland, an option that still exists today.
Another early ferry location was on the narrowSakonnet River, at the northeast portion of the island,and it was at this spot that the first bridge was built in1795. It was a wooden structure that connectedPortsmouth to Tiverton, and was surely adequate for
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foot and hoof traffic. With the coming of automobiles, this bridge was even-
tually replaced in 1907 by the more formidable StoneBridge. But still, the average resident was bereft of anyeasy way to go west and see the rest of our beautiful coun-try. Even with a bridge accessible to cars, the infrastruc-ture of the country itself was in shambles, a disorganizedcollection of primitive roads, so a circuitous route couldadd countless hours to a journey. Today, the average SalveUniversity student can get in his or her car during springbreak and pull into Daytona, Florida, in less than a 24hours. But this was not the case back in the day.
This state of affairs is encapsulated in the experience ofDwight D. Eisenhower. In 1919, as a young LieutenantColonel, Ike took part in an army convoy that was crossingthe country in an effort to determine how quickly ourforces could mobilize in the face of invasion. The arduoustrip took two whole months, and left a deep impression onthe man.
Twenty-five years later he was in another army convoy,this time as the Supreme Allied Commander, and the con-voy was crossing Germany. What he saw, despite the warand destruction all around, was a remarkable road system.Hitler had promoted the building of the magnificent auto-bahns in the thirties, ensuring that his army could quicklytransfer troops from west to east in the event of thedreaded two-front war that often vexed Germany. Onceagain, the experience had a deep effect on Eisenhower.
A decade later, as President, he pushed for a compre-hensive highway system in America, roads that would notonly enable troops to move quickly, but, more ominously,allow easier evacuation of population centers in the eventof a nuclear war. In 1956, the Federal-Aid Highway Actwas signed into law, and we broke ground on the wonderfulinterstate system that unites us all. But still, Newport wasnot all that connected, even though, by that time, otherlinks to the mainland had been built.
In 1929 the Mount Hope Bridge was completed. Thissuspension bridge spans one of the narrowest gaps in
Narragansett Bay, connecting Portsmouth to Bristol. In 1956 the Sakonnet River Bridge also opened for
traffic. It was situated less than a mile north of, and servedas a replacement for, the Stone Bridge, which had becomewoefully outdated and been badly damaged by HurricaneCarol in 1954.
These structures were a boon to travel and commercefor Aquidneck Island, but still there was no connectionfrom Newport that led directly west. As early as 1934,Rhode Island was trolling for federal aid to build bridgesover the west and east passages of the bay, channels thatrun on either side of Jamestown. Initially this effort washighly successful, as the Jamestown Bridge, connectingConanicut Island to the mainland, was finished in 1940.But the intervention of WWII put the next stage of the proj-ect on hold indefinitely. The largest span in the bay, the for-midable East Passage, remained unconquered.
It was not until 1948 that the Rhode Island StateLegislature approved the Jamestown to Newport proposal.But progress was achingly slow as, over the ensuing years,dozens of engineering studies were made for differenttypes of bridges and tunnels. As time inexorably passed,there was endless debate about where such a bridgeshould be located, a debate that was heavily influenced bythe navy.
There had been a rudimentary navy presence here asearly as the mid 1600’s. But it was during the Civil War,when the US Naval Academy was relocated to our towndue to fears that it would fall under the control of theConfederacy, that Newport truly became a navy town. Andthis presence never ended, for in 1869 an experimentaltorpedo station was placed on Goat Island, and in 1884the Naval War College was installed.
WWI enlarged this military commitment, as over75,000 recruits passed through Newport for training. Andduring WWII the martial footprint became huge, asNarragansett Bay morphed into one of the navy’s largestinstallations, a place where over a hundred ships were sta-tioned by the war’s end.
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In 1973, realignment would finally remove the activefleet from our waters. But at the time that bridge con-struction was being discussed, that particular branch ofthe military still had a great deal of input.
One proposed bridge location, to the north, would haveterminated in Portsmouth, and it was popular with the navybecause such a crossing would not affect its extensiveinfrastructure. But higher construction costs due to thegreater distance involved ultimately torpedoed this idea.
A second possible site would have ended in Middletownnear Browns Lane, but it was doomed because it wouldhave required a large-scale relocation of navy property.
A third option was similar to the current set-up, exceptthe bridge would have ended near the naval station onCoasters Harbor Island, and once again the navy wasrecalcitrant.
Finally, the most bizarre suggestion was a bridge far tothe south, starting near Fort Wetherill in Jamestown andextending to a spot near Fort Adams. This location was notpractical for several reasons, and of course was met withgreat resistance by the residents of Newport Neck, thecommunity into which the bridge traffic would have spilled.Anyone who has spent a significant amount of time on thisisland would have a hard time imagining a bridge thatcrossed from southern Jamestown and into Fort Adams(though they could easily imagine the crippling traffic).
On and on the planning went, seemingly with no end insight. But in 1954, the project received a significant shotin the arm with the creation of the Rhode Island Turnpikeand Bridge Authority, the body that to this day overseesthe physical and financial health of the structure. Still,
progress was slow.It was not until 1960 that the final plan was put into
place, following along the earlier Coasters Island site butheading slightly south toward Washington Street. But itwould still be years before anyone broke ground. Thatsame year, a referendum to allow the sale of bonds to fundthe bridge was rejected by voters, and it was not until1965 that this economic scheme was finally approved.
After that, things moved quickly. A renowned engineernamed Alfred Hedefine, from the company of Parsons,Brinckerhoff, Quade and Douglas (you can see their work inthe modern NYC subway system) was chosen to designthe bridge, and by late ‘65 final approval was granted.
Construction began in April of 1966, and, as with anyproject of such scope, it was not without its problems andachievements. Over 800 steel piles had to be driven tosupport the pier footings, some from as deep as 162 feetbelow the water line, which was a record at the time.Prefabricated forms were then sent to the sight, someweighing over four hundred tons and standing ten storieshigh. A couple of hellacious storms promptly knocked theseforms askew, and they had to be readjusted before over90,000 cubic yards of concrete was poured underwater,which was another record. By late 1967 the two 400 footsteel towers were in place. Later the cables, containingover 8,000 miles of wire, were looped through, and eventu-ally over 35 miles of electrical wire was added to providelight for a structure that would become such an elegantand welcoming symbol of ‘The City by the Sea’.
On June 28, 1969 - 61 million dollars later - cars start-ed to barrel across what is still the largest suspension
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bridge in New England (the 80th largest in the world).Over the ensuing years, the bridge has proved to be
worth the wait and the many difficulties. The Authorityreceives no tax dollars with which to fund the operationand maintenance of the bridge. All ofthese costs are covered by the collectionof tolls and returns on investments. Inrecent years, the toll for standard carswas doubled to four dollars per, but withthe E-ZPass system you can gain accessfor less than a buck, and with the newhigh speed lane you can do so at a com-fortable and time saving forty miles anhour.
Last year, over ten million vehiclescrossed the bridge, and though the vastmajority of them used the cheaper elec-tronic payment option, the revenue addedup to almost 19 million dollars. This wasonly a slight increase in traffic from theprevious year, and therefore there wasonly a slight increase in revenue. But the 2013 numbersdo represent a significant jump in revenue from 2009, theyear before the rate was raised. Then, with just under tenmillion vehicle passes, the toll revenue was only 12.5 mil-lion.
The bridge is not only a financial success and a boon to
travel, industry, and tourism, but it is also tough. In 1981an oil tanker smashed into one of the main piers. It’s ascary thought, but it needn’t be. The bridge received mere-ly a scratch, and, in a you-should-see-the-other-guy sce-
nario, the bow of the tanker was smashedback by ten feet.
So we have our bridge, and it seems wewill have it for quite some time. It is as beau-tiful and strong is it was back in the seven-ties, and even as the original Jamestownand Sakonnet bridges have been replacedby new structures, ours seems fit to endurefor many decades to come.
So today we can simply drive across theEast Passage and on to the rest ofAmerica. But you can still take the ferry,sail, or even go by canoe or raft if you’ve gotthe guts. And if you have the stamina, youcan brave the swim like those hardy ancientIndians.
Or, better yet, you can run. Every fall theCitizens Bank Pell Bridge Run is held to
raise funds for local non-profits. This year the four-mile
race will be held early in the morning on October 26th. It isquite a sight to stand atop the magnificent structure andwatch the sun rise over a beautiful bay that was formedmillennia ago by massive sheets of glacial ice.
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ACCOMMODATIONS:Owner stateroom below with double berth, writing desk and ample stowage indrawers and lockers.
• Main Salon on deck with dinette, leather settee and full galley with:
• Four burner propane stove• Tundra refrigerator/freezer• Haier 3.6 cu/ft chest freezer• Microwave oven• Plenty counter & cabinet storage
Raised pilothouse with full controls, excellentvisibility, navigation equipment and accessfrom salon or foredeck
• Cruising Speed: 8.5-9 Knots• Fuel consumption @ 850 RPM,
3 gallons/hour at 8.5 Knots
CONSTRUCTION:• 3/8” Fir planks on 6”X8” frames with
iron and bronze spike fastenings• Bronze bolts • Edge grain fir decks• Extensive work and proper maintenance
since launch in 1987, including complete rebuild in 1913 in Ballard, Washington
• Complete rebuild in 1945 with raised pilothouse added.
• 1994 refit/rebuild with many planks replaced and full new deck.
• 2001, new transom and bulwarks, Cruise R/O Water maker installed, (4) new 8 volt batteries, complete paint and varnish interior and exterior.
ELECTRONICS:• Furuno NavNet with Chart
Plotter – Radar interface• Radar • Plotter screen w/charts• GPS • Speedometer/log• Windspeed/AWI • Depth • VHF• Simrad Autopilot • 10” Searchlight
MECHANICAL:• Caterpillar D-13,000 Marine Diesel, fully
detailed, serviced and painted 2001• 54” Propeller w/45’ pitch on 4” shaft• Bow and Stern Thrusters• Engine driven air compressor to power
pneumatic controls• Back-up 120V compressor
• 10 Gallon engine drive or 110V hot water heater
• Cruise R/O water maker• (3) electrical bilge pumps
ELECTRICAL:• DC System • (2) 32V battery banks• (2) 12V battery banks• (4) 8V batteries• AC System• 32V charger with 2000 watt inverter• 12V charger with 100 amp/2000 watt
inverter• Yanmar 10KWH Generator
DECK EQUIPMENT:• Hicks-Bull Machine Company Hydraulic
anchor windlass• 164 LB Danforth anchor with 250’ of ¾”
stud link chain• Spare anchor – 65lb Davis w/chain
and hode• Docklines, fenders & running gear• Picnic table, cockpit awning &
barbecue .on deck.
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port, Rhode Island was only a minor colony, and cashpoor. The effects of the hated Navigation Acts, thefirst of which was introduced in 1651, forced theAmerican colonies to purchase their goods eitherdirectly from England or under conditions favorableto the crown, which means they had to pay customtaxes. This pinched the colonists economically, andcreated a political friction that led to bitter resent-ment. As history tells us, the American colonists, byfar the most educated of all England’s imperial sub-jects, were perpetually outraged by unfair taxation.
This economic and political situation, combined withthe fact that the Rhode Island of the time was so packedwith rugged individualists of dubious character that it wascalled Rogue’s Island, created a perfect haven for thepirating class. Newport, with its deep, inviting harbor, wasof course the locus of this activity. The governing elite ofthe time would enter into negotiations with pirates whowould then set sail to plunder the shipping of enemystates like Spain and France. When they returned to port,they provided goods that were cheap because they werenot subject to English custom taxes, and gave kickbacksto the government, which meant revenue without taxation(always good politics). They also provided employment forthe locals who crewed the ships, and allowed local indus-try to benefit from outfitting the vessels as they preparedfor their next voyage.
During this time, some of the most infamous piratesvisited Newport, including Captain Kidd and Blackbeard.
Captain William Kidd
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“We’re Not In KansasAnymore
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Thanks to Neal Salisbury for capturing with your camera my creation of “The Figurehead.”
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first Command of the famous John Paul Jones, the ‘Father ofthe Navy’. “Give me a fast ship for I intend to go in harmsway,” Jones once declared. And if these real life exploits arenot enough, Providence has her own movie magic too, as sheis featured in Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean films.
Her story inspires many, and endless crowds of locals andtourists come to admireher. For me personally, sheis all of those aforemen-tioned things and so muchmore: she is the answer toa burning question, and sheis my movement. When I nolonger have the physicalcapacity to perform myacrobatic dance, I will still beable to command the danceof the Providence. She is mymuse. To move her is tomove my body, breathing inand out. To raise my arm isto raise the staysail.Providence creates emotionin guests in the way my per-formances do. The feeling isthe same. This feeling is theanswer to that burningquestion I mentioned.
Seven months before Imoved to the Providence,the question was staringme dead in the face. Thequestion was, “Now what?”
One morning in Kansas,in November of 2011, Iawoke in excruciating pain,unable to manipulate myright arm and hand. Myworst fear had arrived. Iwas unable able to move,unable to perform, unable toeven feed myself.
“Now what?”It was a stress injury. I had two herniated disks, and it was
strongly recommended that I have surgery to fuse my spine.Terrifying? No doubt. But I didn’t have time to listen to fearsor to expert opinions, because they simply did not feel right,did not feel like the truth. I knew I needed to make somechanges, and I got to work immediately, focusing first on get-ting off the floor, and then on moving my arm and hand.Through visualization, focus, and meditation, within two weeksI could again feed myself with my arm, despite the fact that Istill could not feel it, could only see it move.
After endless training and a thousand tentative babysteps, in three months I was again performing on stage, and
a month after that I was asked to compete in a world champi-onship. Seven months later, I finally realized my dream andmoved to the Providence to dance with her and become asailor. Doctors told me not to go, to stay and continue myhealing. But there were other voices to which I had to listen.This is a story few people know, as this is the first time I have
made it public. I felt it wasimportant to keep it closewhile people got to knowand trust me. But I also feelit is important to share, toencourage others byextending that trust, toinspire them to believe thatthere is a place beyondwhat they think is possible.
Every time people seeme perform 60 to 80 feetin the air, hanging from theyards of the Providence bymy own strength, danglingover cannons or swingingupside down from a crane,the fact is that I still can’tfeel the entirety of my rightarm and hand just yet. Am Iscared or worried? No.Simply put, I have learned totrust myself. The healingprocess continues, and Ifeel more sensation everyday. Just because you can'tfeel something, it doesn'tmean it is not working justas hard as before. Justbecause you are told onething, it does not mean it isthe only truth. And justbecause you are advised totake one path, it does notmean it is the only one avail-able. I am proof of all thosethings. I can choose to
believe others or I can choose to believe in myself. Setbacksand rejections are often just opportunities to create a newpath. Opportunities are endless if you only dare to dream.
The art of pursuit comes in remembering that dreamsare never totally satisfied. We are like a full belly in that,though we may achieve fulfillment, we are destined to onceagain grow hungry.
I do not have all the answers. No one does. But I know youare the author of your journey. No one is going to do it foryou. Above all, you must trust those crazy ideas, the onesthat beg you to pay attention. They keep calling for a reason.On a ship that once protected dreams, a Revolutionary War
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ship, I suppose it is not the least bit ironic that my dreamwas realized and continues to flourish. This is my revolution,and I ask you… what is yours? Sail with me and let’s find out!My journey in Newport has been a pleasure thus far, and Ilook forward to greater things this summer and in thefuture! Thank you. I celebrate you Newport, and I will surelydance in the rigging for your 375th Anniversary!
What to Expect this summer season in Newport frommyself and Tall Ship Sloop Providence
Speaker Series– Sail & Speak - Michael Abrashoff GLS Worldwide
Leadership Author of “It’s Your Ship.”– Gloria Merchant author of newly released (Providence’s
Cameo) “Pirates of Colonial Newport.”
Special Events– Founding Fathers 4th of July Sail and Costume Contest,
Newport’s 375th Anniversary– Retreat Series – Part Cruise. Part Adventure. Part
Workshop. All inclusive weeks on board Providence designedby The Art of Sailing Project with a one of a kind experience.
Your Events– Charter space available for your creations and celebra-
tions; a bachelorette party, birthday, wedding, overnightstays, graduation celebrations... I’ll always throw in a tailoredaerial performance from the rig as well if you like with acharter.
And More Sails!– Shows, lessons, coaching –
Find out more information, other writings and stories all at
www.tallshipprovidence.comwww.theartofsailingproject.com
www.nicholeraab.comVisit us on Facebook – Tall Ship Providence, The Art of
Sailing Project, Nichole Raab!
Ship Loads of Thanks to my Crew (teachers, supporters,friends): Thorpe Leeson, James Kiker, Zac Wallen, SamBove, Channing Griggs and my Family. And many thanks tothe many many other Newporters who have touchedmy life and become a significant part of my role here. This isnot a one woman show and your names alone willfill a page. Thanks to Ben Jones Fluid Free Lance for The Artof Sailing Project logo design (Shown at right in SailingProject Ad), Aunt Dolores Raab Rabatin family photo and tothe unknown sailor who took a photo of me and Providence.
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this page:Freya O'Neill and Ocean, Private Chef Make up by Jessica D'Amore and hair by Candy LaRose
Karol Richardson "Audrey top" and "Gypsy skirt"
Chan Luu bracelets
from Karol Richardson, Newport
opposite page:
Sophia Pendergast, Private Chef David Crowell, Chris Bender and David Sturgeon owners of Stone Acre PantrySophia’s make up by Jessica D'Amore and hair by Candy LaRose
Johnny Was maxidress, Miguel Ases earrings and Chan Luu
necklaces from Karol Richardson, Newport
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Jessica D'AmoreMakeup Artist and EstheticianCandace LaRoseHair Stylist at Cathryn Jamieson Salon & Day Spa,Jamestown, RI
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Lauren Difede Dance Artist Island moving Co.Spencer Gavin Hering Associate Artistic Director Island moving Co.Victor Costa jumpsuit from Closet RevivalMakeup by Shane FarrellHair by Candy LaRose
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Katie Moorhead,Owner of EBB & FLOW,Gyrotonic trainer anddance artist for IMCMake up by Jessica D'AmoreHair by Candy LaRoseMargaret O'Leary "Athenswrap" shirt and Chan Luu jewelry from Karol Richardson, Newport
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Rosemary and William Heydt,ArtistMake up by Jessica D'AmoreHair by Candy LaRoseRosemary's “Heydt Jewelry” available atMichael Hayes, Newport
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PUPPIA ATTICUS DOG HARNESSThe Atticus harness is perfect for everyday attire.It has an easy on, easy off design that makesgoing for a walk a breeze! Natural cotton. $30.SM/MED/LRG/X-LRG
Available at: Wag Nation 92 William St., Newport, RI401.619.3719 • www.wag-nation.com
JAX & BONES COZY MATSCozy mats are ideal for travel,crate training or any day time nap!Double sewn to prevent bunching,these mats are soft and comfort-able for use anywhere. Great forthe home, office or car.
Available at: Wag Nation92 William St., Newport, RI
401.619.3719 • www.wag-nation.com
NEWPORT DOG CARRIERFor the lucky little dog or cat on the go, thiscanvas dog carrier is lightweight, classic,and made from canvas fabric. Customize itby having your best friend’s name embroi-dered on the side. SM/LRG
Available at: Wag Nation92 William St., Newport, RI
401.619.3719 • www.wag-nation.com
NAUTICAL DOGLEASHES & COLLARSEach Fair Lead ishand crafted inRhode Island bya world cruisingsailor and madewith 100%marine gradematerials. thefairlead.com
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Merritt Raceway, oil on canvas 60"x48"
Truck Going Right With Lady In Mind, oil on canvas 60"x36"
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Great Chowder Cook-Off
The Great Chowder Cook-Off officially kicks offsummer in Newport! The longest running chowderchampionship draws competitors and crowdsfrom across the country. Attendees enjoy endlesssamples of traditional and exotic creations fromdozens of restaurants and then vote for the best.Live entertainment, food and bar options, kids’activities sweeten the deal for all festival-goers.
join us
Newport Yachting Center4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
401-846-1600www.newportwaterfrontevents.com
june
20
Newport Bermuda Race 2014
The 49th Newport Bermuda Race is a 635 nau-tical-mile ocean race first sailed in 1906. Heldbiennially in even-numbered years. The raceusually lasting three to six days. It crosses astretch of the Atlantic Ocean known for chal-lenging weather, especially in the Gulf Stream,where there are strong currents. The start is offCastle Hill Light in Newport, Rhode Island.
Castle Hill Light590 Ocean Drive, Newport, RI 02840
401-845-9110www.bermudarace.com
june
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CVS Caremark Charity Classic
The 2014 CVS Caremark Charity Classic willonce again kick-off the New England summerwith world-class golf for a great cause! Thisyear’s Charity Classic will take place June 23-25 at the scenic Rhode Island Country Club.Be sure to join co-hosts Brad Faxon and BillyAndrade along with 18 elite golfers from thePGA, LPGA and Champions tours.
Rhode Island Country Club150 Nayatt Road, Barrington, RI 02806
866-287-9441www.cvscharityclassic.com
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The Newport Flower Show
The Newport Flower Show is pleased to cel-ebrate its 19th year as America’s premiersummer flower show with the themeJourney: Grand Vistas. The show will contin-ue through the weekend with themed floralexhibits, horticultural entries, gardendesigns, photography, and children’s pro-grams.
Rosecliff548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
401-847-1000www.newportflowershow.org
july
4
July 4th BBQ and Fireworks at The Vanderbilt Grace
Celebrate this historical day of independ-ence in our gardens. Enjoy our buffet ofAmerican Classics. Afterwards join us onThe Roofdeck and watch the spectacularfireworks display! BBQ from 12pm-5pm$65pp.
The Vanderbilt Grace41 Mary Street, Newport, RI 02840
401-846-6200www.gracehotels.com/vanderbilt
july
4
229th Bristol Fourth of JulyCelebration
The Fourth of July Parade will begin at10:30 a.m. and will step-off at the cornerof Chestnut Street and Hope Street (Rt.114) and ends on High Street, betweenState Street and Bradford Street.
Bristol Fourth of July CelebrationP.O. Box 561, Bristol, RI 02809
401-253-7000www.july4thbristolri.com
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Hall of Fame Tennis Championships
Top ATP World Tour tennis pros travel to Newport directfrom Wimbledon to compete for the Van Alen Cup inthe only pro tennis tournament played on grass courtsin North America. The 2014 field will be highlighted bytop pros including #1 American John Isner, along withAussie Tennis great, Lleyton Hewitt. Complementingseven days of pro tennis action, the week features spe-cial events like tennis clinics, the Alex and Ani LadiesDay, Family Weekend, and much more!
International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum194 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
401-849-6053www.halloffametennischampionships.com
july
10
Runway Show & Champagne Brunch
Featuring Alex & Ani, Brooks Brothers andFila. 9-11am followed by tennis matchesstarting at 11am. Doors open at 8:30am.Hall of Fame Members $100, Non-Members$110. Includes seated runway show, cham-pagne brunch, exclusive gift bag, $40 BrooksBrothers Gift Card, and courtside ticket forTennis.
International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum194 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
401-849-6053www.halloffametennischampionships.com
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“She” Art Exhibit
This summer, Lusine, along with her parents, AnginJabaryan Ovanesyan and Artur Vars Ovanesyan, willhold their first-ever collaborative exhibit at (gallerieellipsis). Paintings and drawings by Angin and Artur,and 3D works by Lusine. These elegant works capturethe journey of Angin and Artur from the former SovietUnion, through studies in Armenia, Azerbaijan, CzechRepublic, and ultimately the United States. Openingreception is on June 18th 5:30-7:30 pm.
gallerie ellipsis35 Franklin Street, Newport, RI 02840
401-714-5649www.gallerieellipsis.com
* Please check websites or call for calendar date & times before attending events - all dates and information are subject to change.
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Newport Kite Festival
The spray of colors across the sky alongOcean Drive in July at the annual kite festivalis a sight to behold. The air is filled with thesounds of snapping nylon and kite strings asthe kites whip their tails in the sky and theocean breeze washes your face. There isnothing more or less to this jubilee other thanthe pure joy of flying a kite. Admission is free.
Brenton Point State ParkOcean Drive, Newport, RI 02840
401-244-5264www.newportkitefestival.com
july
12
Summer Gala/Newport Campus
The weekend offers great fun – both on and off thewater, starting with a private reception, excursionson a mega-yacht, and culminating with the bigbash and sit down dinner. Education. Preservationof hands-on skills and know how. Rewardingcareers for passionate and highly talented tradespeople. It’s a great crowd and a very good causein support of people who want careers out of think-ing and making through their hands.
International Yacht Restoration School449 Thames St. Newport, RI 02840
401-848-5777www.iyrs.edu
july
17
Mike Birbiglia at the NewportSummer Comedy Series
Mike Birbiglia was born on June 20, 1978 inShrewsbury, Massachusetts, USA. He is an actorand writer, known for Sleepwalk with Me (2012),Mike Birbiglia: What I Should Have Said WasNothing (2008) and Your Sister's Sister (2011). His2013 special, My Girlfriend's Boyfriend, was nomi-nated for comedy special of the year at theAmerican Comedy.
Newport Yachting Center4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
401-846-1600 • 1-800-745-3000www.newportcomedy.com
july
17
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31st Annual Black Ships Festival
A Festival of friendship between Newport andJapan that offers a variety of events empha-sizing both Japanese and art and culture.Events include a formal Gala, Japanese Arts& Crafts such as Origami and Ikebana;Martial Arts, and a Japanese Tea Ceremony.A highlight will be the Taiko Drums!
Marketing & Events28 Pelham Street, Newport, RI 02840
401-847-7666www.blackshipsfestival.com
july
19
Save the Bay Swim
38th Annual Swim. Save The Bay will once againwelcome five hundred swimmers from across thecountry, joined by more than 100 kayakers, to takepart in the two-mile open water swim across the EastPassage. The Swim is Save The Bay’s largest annualfundraiser, serving as critical support to our efforts toprotect and restore the Narragansett Bay region.Registration is filling up fast! Register today!
Save The BayNaval Station Newport, Newport, RI 02840
401-272-3540savebay.org/swim
july
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Newport Antiques Show
The Newport Antiques Show is one of the nation’s pre-mier antiques venues presenting a wide selection ofimportant Americana antiques. Over 40 of the country’stop dealers present paintings, furniture, folk art, jewelry,and fine and decorative arts. The loan exhibit "FiftyObjects That Changed Rhode Island History" is present-ed by the Rhode Island Historical Society and theNewport Historical Society. This event benefits theNewport Historical Society & The Boys & Girls Clubs ofNewport County.
St. George's School375 Purgatory Road, Middletown, RI 02840
401-846-2669www.newportantiqueshow.com
july
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Newport Music Festival
46th season. Newport Music Festival contin-ues the tradition of presenting unique cham-ber music programs, American debuts,world-class artists and gala special events inthe Gilded Age summer cottages ofNewport, Rhode Island.
Newport Music FestivalP.O. Box 3300, Newport, RI 02840
401-846-1133www.newportmusic.org
july
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Cultural Survival Bazaar
A Festival of Indigenous Art, Music, & Culturesfrom Around the World.We feature guest arti-sans, handmade products benefiting the liveli-hoods of artisans, projects in their communities,and fair trade.
Tiverton Four Corners Art Center3852 Main Road, Tiverton, RI 02878
617-441-5400bazaar.culturalsurvival.org/tiverton
july
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Newport Folk Festival
Fort Adams is situated at the mouth ofNewport Harbor with panoramic views ofthe Newport Bridge and the East Passage.The festival at the Fort features 3 stages ofmusic, food & crafts, and a number of dis-plays.
Fort AdamsFort Adams State Park, Newport, RI 02840
401-848-5055www.newportfolkfest.net
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Windmill Wednesdays
3:30pm- 5:30pm. Have you always wanted to seethe inside of the 1812 Prescott Farm windmill?Now is your chance! Explore how this amazingmachine works and learn about the importanceof grist milling on Aquidneck Island. Enjoy a fami-ly-friendly evening with Johnnycake tasting andhands-on activities for kids. Please note: Windmillwill not be in full operation due to safety andpreservation concerns.
Prescott Farm2009 West Main Road, Middletown, RI 02842
401-846-4152www.newportrestoration.org
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Newport BridgeFest
Live local music for four days at variety ofvenues produced by Arts and CulturalAlliance. A musical festival showcasingexperienced and emerging artists, alike.Appealing for adults, children and familiesand located at beaches, parks, wineries,restaurants, mansions and more! Come jointhe fun and Celebrate Newport's MusicalHeritage.
Arts & Cultural AllianceAmerica's Cup Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
401-662-2174www.newportbridgefest.com
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Newport Jazz Festival
The festival features two full days of jazz onthree unique stages at Fort Adams, one of thePark system's national treasures situated atthe mouth of Newport Harbor with panoramicviews of the Newport Bridge and the EastPassage.
Fort AdamsForts Adams State Park, Newport, RI 02840
401-848-5055www.newportjazzfest.net
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Rose Island Battle of the Bay
Stand Up Paddle, Kayak & Surf Ski Event. Join usfor this amazing race. Paddlers will launch atFort Adams and race to Rose Island. Prizes willbe awarded for each class. For more informa-tion visit our website. www.roseisland.org
Rose IslandNarragansett Bay, Newport, RI 02840
401-847-4242www.roseisland.org
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Boys & Girls Clubs of NewportCounty Yacht Hop
Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport Countyfor the First Annual “Yacht Hop” at the NewportShipyard. Mega-Yachts will be displayed, andguests will be welcomed onboard. A casualatmosphere, complete with cocktails, horsd'oeuvres, live music and a silent auction willwelcome guests from near and far to Newportfor the event. Tickets for the Yacht Hop mustbe purchased in advance.
Newport Shipyard1 Washington Street, Newport, RI 02840
401-847-6927www.bgcnewport.org
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Bill Cosby at the NewportSummer Comedy Series
One of America's most beloved comedians ofall time, Bill Cosby makes his Newport ComedySeries debut on the Newport waterfront. Hehas captivated generations of fans with hiscomedy routines, iconic albums and best-sell-ing books such as Fatherhood. His comedytranscends age, gender and cultural barriers.Two shows: 4pm and 7:30pm. All ages show.
Newport Yachting Center4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
401-846-1600 • 1-800-745-3000www.newportcomedy.com
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Jim Jefferies at the NewportSummer Comedy Series
The star of the comedy series Legit on FXXmakes his Newport debut this summer. Theseries has received positive attention for itsportrayal of people with mental and physi-cal handicaps. This hilarious Australiancomedian, actor and writer became well-known in the US after his standup specialon HBO in 2005. 16+ show at 7:30 PM.
Newport Yachting Center4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
401-846-1600 • 1-800-745-3000www.newportcomedy.com
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Newport Waterfront Reggae Festival
Enjoy a day of waterfront reggae andsummertime relaxation in the heart ofNewport! Rain or shine. Gates open: 12pmMusic Starts: 12:30pmGeneral Admission, No reserved seating, re-entry is allowed.
Newport Yachting Center4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
401-846-1600www.newportwaterfrontevents.com
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Newport Celtic Rock Festival
Emerald Isle transplants and the Irish-at-heart willfeel right at home during our day-long toast toCeltic culture. Past musical favorites from our tra-ditional Irish Festival band together for a 10-hourmarathon of Celtic celebration. So raise a glassand give everything you’ve got to one full day ofIrish rock! (RAIN OR SHINE) Gates: 12pm, MusicStarts: 12:30pm
Newport Yachting Center4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
401-846-1600 • 1-800-745-3000www.newportwaterfrontevents.com
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newportFILM Outdoors"newportFILM Outdoors presented by Kirby Perkins Construction" is a
summer long sunset film series that brings the "best of" festival run docu-mentaries out of the traditional theater setting to the most unique land-scapes on Aquidneck Island. These events incorporate filmmaker conversa-tions, live music, food vendors, bike valets, picnics & more. They are commu-nity events open to the public with a suggested donation of $5.
JUNETuesday, June 24 - Sweet Berry Farm (newportFILM Youth)
JULYThursday, July 10 - Queen Anne Square
Friday, July 18 - International Tennis Hall of Fame, Grass Courts
Friday, July 25 - Casino Theater(in partnership w/ Newport Folk Festival)
Saturday, July 26 - Casino Theater(in partnership w/ Newport Folk Festival)
Sunday, July 27 - Casino Theater(in partnership w/ Newport Folk Festival)
Thursday, July 31 - A Newport Preservation Society property lawn, in partnership with BridgeFest
AUGUSTThursday, August 14 - Drive-In at Easton's "First" Beach
Thursday, August 28 - Norman Bird Sanctuary
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